What is your circadian rhythm and how do you regulate it as autumn kicks in?

"'The same systems that control stress, control sleep' - get a handle on these to get the most out of your rest"

"You may be feeling your sleep is taking a hit as we leave the summer months behind and adjust back to a winter routine."

"Sleep expert Tom Coleman has explained how to fix a chaotic sleep schedule before the darker evenings arrive."

Shorter daylight and shifting seasonal routines can disrupt sleep and reduce sleep quality as evenings grow darker. The same physiological systems that regulate stress responses also govern sleep, so managing stress responses can directly improve rest. Stabilize circadian timing by keeping consistent bedtimes and wake times and by increasing morning daylight exposure while dimming lights in the evening. Limit late caffeine and heavy meals, schedule regular daytime exercise, and build a calming pre-sleep routine. Optimize the sleep environment for comfort and minimal disturbance to support falling and staying asleep during seasonal transitions.

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